Cognitive training system and method for senile dementia patient

Abstract

The invention discloses a cognitive training system and method for senile dementia patients. The cognitive training system comprises a family member end and a patient end. Wherein the family member end comprises a data uploading unit which is used for uploading data information; the task generation unit is used for generating a cognitive training task according to the uploaded data information; the task experience unit is used for the family members to perform task experience so as to confirm whether the task is stored in the training task library or not; the training task library stores a plurality of cognitive training tasks stored by family members; and the training scheme configuration unit is used for configuring a personalized cognitive training scheme for the patient based on the training task library. And the patient end comprises a cognitive training unit which is used for receiving a personalized cognitive training scheme configured for the patient by the family member, so that the patient can perform cognitive training. According to the cognitive training system, the face pictures of the family members are used as materials, the memory of the patient for the faces of the family members can be improved, and a personalized cognitive training scheme can be set to improve the cognitive training effect.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The invention relates to a cognitive training system for patients with senile dementia, and also relates to a corresponding cognitive training method, belonging to the technical field of cognitive training. Background Art

[0002] When Alzheimer's disease progresses to the middle and late stages, patients will show three main symptoms: cognitive dysfunction, mental and behavioral abnormalities, and decreased ability to live in daily life. Cognitive dysfunction means that patients cannot remember where they put their things, and they will repeatedly search for them, and even suspect that their items have been stolen or hidden by others. Mental and behavioral abnormalities are manifested in emotional sensitivity and irritability. Decreased ability to live in daily life means that patients need help from others to carry out daily activities such as dressing and bathing. These symptoms bring a heavy mental burden to patients and their families.

[0003] In the prior art, the face recognition training system for patients with Alzheimer's disease mostly uses materials from a standard face image library and designs training tasks to improve the patient's associative memory and face recognition abilities. However, these general face materials are not specific to the patient himself, and the training effect of face recognition ability may be attenuated when the patient's memory of the faces of family members, relatives, and friends is transferred to the patient.

[0004] Therefore, how to effectively intervene in the face loss problem of patients with Alzheimer's disease to help them retain the memory of their closest people has become a difficult problem that needs to be solved. This not only involves improving the patient's cognitive function, but also includes finding more personalized and effective training methods to promote patients' memory and recognition of their loved ones' faces. Summary of the invention

[0005] The primary technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide a cognitive training system for patients with Alzheimer's disease.

[0006] Another technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide a cognitive training method for patients with Alzheimer's disease.

[0007] In order to achieve the above technical objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solutions:

[0008] According to a first aspect of an embodiment of the present invention, a cognitive training system for patients with Alzheimer's disease is provided, including a family end and a patient end; wherein:

[0009] The family end includes:

[0010] A data uploading unit, used to obtain data information uploaded by family members;

[0011] A task generation unit, connected to the data uploading unit and preset with a plurality of paradigms, to generate corresponding cognitive training tasks according to the paradigm selected by the family members based on the data information;

[0012] A task experience unit, connected to the task generation unit, for providing family members with experience based on the generated cognitive training task, thereby determining whether to retain the cognitive training task;

[0013] A training task library, connected to the task experience unit, to store cognitive training tasks retained by family members;

[0014] A training program configuration unit is connected to the training task library, so that the family members can select a plurality of cognitive training tasks from the training task library, and set the training forms and training frequencies of the plurality of cognitive training tasks, thereby configuring and forming a personalized cognitive training program;

[0015] The patient end includes:

[0016] The cognitive training unit is connected to the training program configuration unit to receive the personalized cognitive training program for the patient to perform cognitive training.

[0017] Preferably, the patient end further comprises:

[0018] The training recording unit is connected to the cognitive training unit to record the cognitive training data of the patient; the training recording unit is also connected to the family end to allow the family to check the cognitive training data of the patient.

[0019] Preferably, the data information includes at least: photos of relatives or video files that are significantly related to the patient.

[0020] Preferably, when the data information is a photo of a relative, a face recognition task is formed according to a preset paradigm;

[0021] When the data information is a video file that is significantly related to the patient, an associative memory task is formed according to a preset paradigm.

[0022] Preferably, the cognitive training system further comprises:

[0023] The doctor side is connected to the patient side and the family side to provide online consultation.

[0024] Preferably, the family end further includes:

[0025] The reminder unit is connected to the training program configuration unit and to the patient end, so as to set an alarm and remind the patient to perform cognitive training.

[0026] Preferably, the cognitive training unit has a task difficulty adjustment module to adaptively adjust the task difficulty of each cognitive training task according to a preset logic.

[0027] According to a second aspect of an embodiment of the present invention, a cognitive training method for patients with Alzheimer's disease is provided, comprising the following steps:

[0028] Obtain data information uploaded by family members;

[0029] Based on the data information, generating corresponding cognitive training tasks according to the paradigm selected by the family member;

[0030] Based on the generated cognitive training tasks, providing family members with experience, thereby determining whether to retain the cognitive training tasks; wherein the retained cognitive training tasks are stored in a training task library;

[0031] Acquire multiple cognitive training tasks selected by the family from the training task library, as well as the training forms and training frequencies set by the family for the multiple cognitive training tasks, so as to configure and form a personalized cognitive training program;

[0032] Pushing the personalized cognitive training program to the patient for cognitive training;

[0033] The cognitive training data of the patient is recorded so that family members can check the cognitive training data of the patient.

[0034] Preferably, based on the patient's cognitive training data, the patient's cognitive improvement results are obtained;

[0035] If the patient's memory improvement effect is less than the expected value, a new personalized cognitive training program is reconfigured for the patient; if the patient's memory improvement effect is not less than the expected value, the patient is given cognitive training again based on the original personalized cognitive training program.

[0036] Preferably, at every preset period, all cognitive training data of the patient in the period are obtained;

[0037] According to all cognitive training data of the patient in this cycle, a memory curve of the patient in this cycle is generated to periodically demonstrate the training effect to the patient.

[0038] Compared with the prior art, the present invention effectively improves the cognitive training effect of Alzheimer's patients through the following technical means: first, through personalized training materials, that is, using facial pictures of patients' family members instead of general facial pictures, the patient's memory ability of family members' faces is enhanced; second, patients are allowed to customize cognitive training tasks, so that family members can set personalized training plans according to the patient's specific circumstances, further improving the training effect; finally, an online automated training method is adopted, combined with diversified and interesting task design, making the training process more convenient, while enhancing the patient's sense of participation and enthusiasm. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0039] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of a cognitive training system for patients with Alzheimer's disease provided by the first embodiment of the present invention;

[0040] Figure 2 is a schematic diagram of a face recognition task in the first embodiment of the present invention;

[0041] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of experiencing a face recognition task in the first embodiment of the present invention;

[0042] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the structure of a cognitive training system for patients with Alzheimer's disease provided by the second embodiment of the present invention;

[0043] Figure 5 An overall flow chart of a cognitive training method for patients with Alzheimer's disease provided in the third embodiment of the present invention;

[0044] Figure 6 A detailed flow chart of a cognitive training method for patients with Alzheimer's disease provided in the third embodiment of the present invention;

[0045] Figure 7 This is an overall flow chart of another cognitive training method for patients with Alzheimer's disease provided in the third embodiment of the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0046] The technical content of the present invention is described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0047] The technical concept of the embodiment of the present invention is to enhance the patient's memory of the family members' faces, maintain the patient's precious memory content, and improve the quality of life of the patient and his family members through customized cognitive training for family members. Specifically, using the photos provided by the patient's family members as training materials, family members can upload photos and select corresponding training templates, and generate cognitive training tasks for family members' faces on this basis. In this way, it is possible to effectively intervene in the problem of prosopagnosia in patients with Alzheimer's disease, and help patients retain their memories of their loved ones' faces through continuous reinforcement stimulation.

[0048] First embodiment

[0049] like Figure 1 As shown, a cognitive training system for Alzheimer's patients provided by the first embodiment of the present invention includes a family end 10 and a patient end 20. The family end 10 can upload materials (e.g., photos of relatives) and generate personalized cognitive training tasks; the patient end 20 can complete cognitive training online to improve the memory of family members' faces in Alzheimer's patients.

[0050] The following is a detailed description of the family side and the patient side:

[0051] (1) Family side

[0052] In this embodiment, the family end 10 mainly has four core functions. The first is the configuration function of the family face material library. The family can upload the portrait photos of the family members that the patient wants to remember. Secondly, after uploading the information, you can select the appropriate paradigm to generate cognitive training tasks. After the generation, you can try it out and add the training tasks that have been determined by the trial to the patient's training task library. Then, after a sufficient number of training tasks are generated, you can start to configure the family's training plan. You can configure the number of tasks for each training of the patient, the form of each training (such as a fixed number of questions or a limited time form) and the frequency of training. You can also set an alarm to remind the patient to train. Finally, there is the function of viewing the patient's training records. The family can see the patient's training task scores, training time and other training records.

[0053] Specifically, the family end 10 includes a data uploading unit 11, a task generating unit 12, a task experience unit 13, a training task library 14 and a training program configuration unit 15. The data uploading unit 11 is used to obtain data information uploaded by family members. The data information may be photos of relatives, video files that are significantly related to the patient, photos of other relatives and friends other than relatives, and videos or pictures of daily life. It is understandable that family members can freely choose the data information they want to upload as needed, so that targeted adjustments can be made according to the different conditions of the patient.

[0054] The task generation unit 12 is connected to the data upload unit 11 and preset with multiple paradigms, so as to generate corresponding cognitive training tasks according to the paradigm selected by the family members based on the data information. Figure 2 As shown, family members uploaded photos of the patient's son and daughter (generated by AI, not photos of real people) and noted the relationship between the people in the photos and the patient, thereby forming a face recognition task under the face-name paradigm, allowing patients to repeat and continuously strengthen their memory that the people in the photos are their son and daughter through training in this task.

[0055] The task experience unit 13 is connected to the task generation unit 12 to provide the family with experience based on the generated cognitive training task, so as to determine whether to retain the cognitive training task. Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the family members can experience the task in the task experience unit 13 to evaluate whether the cognitive training task is beneficial to the patient, so as to determine whether to retain the cognitive training task. If the cognitive training task is retained, the cognitive training task will be stored in the training task library 14, otherwise, the cognitive training task will be deleted.

[0056] The training task library 14 is connected to the task experience unit 13 to store the cognitive training tasks reserved by the family members. It is understandable that as the number of cognitive training tasks stored in the training task library 14 increases, when a certain number is reached, the patient's cognitive training program can be configured.

[0057] The training program configuration unit 15 is connected to the training task library 14, so that the family members can select multiple cognitive training tasks from the training task library 14, and set the training forms and training frequencies of the multiple cognitive training tasks, so as to configure a personalized cognitive training program. It is understandable that the number of tasks for each training of the patient, the form of each training (such as a fixed number of questions or a limited time form) and the frequency of training can be configured in the training program configuration unit 15, and an alarm can also be set to remind the patient to train.

[0058] (II) Patient side

[0059] In this embodiment, the core function of the patient terminal 20 is to perform cognitive training. After the family members configure the specific training tasks and cognitive training plans through the family terminal 10, the patient can see the training tasks automatically recommended by the cognitive training system based on the training plans set by the family members on the patient terminal 20.

[0060] Specifically, the patient end 20 includes a cognitive training unit 21 and a training recording unit 22. Among them, the cognitive training unit 21 is connected to the training program configuration unit 15 to receive a personalized cognitive training program for the patient to perform cognitive training. In addition, preferably, the cognitive training unit 21 has a task difficulty adjustment module 211 to adaptively adjust the task difficulty of each cognitive training task according to a preset logic. Specifically, the task difficulty can be automatically adjusted according to the logic of "two increases and one decrease", for example: when the patient correctly selects two task trials in a row, the difficulty level of the next task trial is increased by one; when the patient makes a mistake in a task trial, the difficulty level of the next task trial is reduced by one.

[0061] The training recording unit 22 is connected to the cognitive training unit 21 to record the cognitive training data of the patient during the cognitive training process; and the training recording unit 22 is also connected to the family terminal 10 so that the family can check the patient's cognitive training data. In this embodiment, the cognitive training data at least includes: the patient's training task score, training time, training times and other information.

[0062] Second embodiment

[0063] like Figure 4 As shown, based on the above-mentioned first embodiment, the second embodiment of the present invention provides another cognitive training system for patients with Alzheimer's disease, including a family end 10, a patient end 20 and a doctor end 30. Among them, the family end 10 and the patient end 20 are the same as the first embodiment, and are not repeated here. The doctor end 30 is connected to the family end 10 and the patient end 20 to provide online consulting services, thereby providing family members and patients with more professional cognitive intervention directions.

[0064] Specifically, the doctor terminal 30 may include a patient list unit 31, an online Q&A unit 32, and a science popularization unit 33. Among them, the patient list unit 31 is used to display the personal information of each Alzheimer's patient and the current cognitive training status, so that doctors can understand the conditions of different patients. The online Q&A unit 32 provides online Q&A services for communicating with patients or their families about the condition. The science popularization unit 33 is used for doctors to conduct online science popularization education or upload science popularization videos / files for family members or patients to study online or offline, so as to help family members and patients better understand and control the condition.

[0065] Third embodiment

[0066] like Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, based on the above first embodiment, the third embodiment of the present invention provides a cognitive training method for patients with Alzheimer's disease, which specifically includes the following steps:

[0067] S1: Obtain data information uploaded by family members.

[0068] S2: Generate cognitive training tasks.

[0069] Based on the data information, corresponding cognitive training tasks are generated according to the paradigm selected by the family members.

[0070] It is understandable that the data information in step S1 can be independently selected according to the wishes of the family members, so as to form a customized cognitive training task based on specific data.

[0071] S3: Experience cognitive training tasks.

[0072] After the customized cognitive training task is generated based on step S2, the family members can experience the task in advance to determine whether the cognitive training task is effective, so as to determine whether to retain the cognitive training task. If it is confirmed to be retained, the cognitive training task is stored in the training task library; otherwise, the cognitive training task is deleted.

[0073] S4: Configure a personalized cognitive training program.

[0074] As cognitive training tasks are continuously stored in step S3, when the number of cognitive training tasks in the training task library reaches a certain number, the configuration of the cognitive training program can begin. During the specific configuration, the family members can freely select the number of cognitive training tasks, the training form and the training frequency, so as to configure a personalized cognitive training program.

[0075] S5: Push personalized cognitive training programs to patients for cognitive training.

[0076] S6: Record the patient's cognitive training data for family members to review.

[0077] In addition, if Figure 7 As shown, in a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the following steps are also included after step S6:

[0078] S7: Update cognitive training program.

[0079] Specifically, after the patient completes cognitive training, the patient's cognitive improvement results can be obtained based on the patient's cognitive training data. If the patient's memory improvement effect is less than the expected value, a new personalized cognitive training program is reconfigured for the patient; if the patient's memory improvement effect is not less than the expected value, the patient is given cognitive training again based on the original personalized cognitive training program.

[0080] It is understandable that as patients continue to train on the same cognitive training program, the training effect will gradually decrease. When the patient's cognitive improvement effect is less than the expected value, a new cognitive training program needs to be configured for the patient.

[0081] S8: Periodic results presentation.

[0082] Specifically, at every preset period (for example, one week or one month), all cognitive training data of the patient in this period are obtained; then, based on all cognitive training data of the patient in this period, a memory curve of the patient in this period is generated to periodically display the training effect to the patient.

[0083] In summary, the cognitive training system and method for patients with Alzheimer's disease provided by the embodiments of the present invention have the following beneficial effects:

[0084] (1) The training task materials are personalized, using facial images of the patient's family members instead of general facial images. This can improve the patient's ability to remember the family members' faces.

[0085] (2) Family members can customize cognitive training tasks based on the patient's specific circumstances. This personalized setting helps improve the effectiveness of cognitive training.

[0086] (3) The online automated training method provided by the present invention is more convenient and combines the training tasks generated by the paradigm, making the task forms more diverse and interesting, which is conducive to enhancing the patient's sense of involvement and enthusiasm in training.

[0087] It should be noted that the above embodiments are only examples, and the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined, all within the protection scope of the present invention.

[0088] In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be understood as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of the indicated technical features. Therefore, the features defined as "first" and "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of the features. In the description of the present invention, the meaning of "plurality" is two or more, unless otherwise clearly and specifically defined.

[0089] The cognitive training system and method for patients with Alzheimer's disease provided by the present invention are described in detail above. For those skilled in the art, any obvious changes made to the present invention without departing from the essence of the present invention will constitute an infringement of the patent right of the present invention and will bear corresponding legal responsibilities.

Claims

1. A cognitive training system for patients with Alzheimer's disease, characterized in that Including family side and patient side; among them, The family end includes: A data uploading unit, used to obtain data information uploaded by family members; A task generation unit, connected to the data uploading unit and preset with a plurality of paradigms, to generate corresponding cognitive training tasks according to the paradigm selected by the family members based on the data information; A task experience unit, connected to the task generation unit, for providing family members with experience based on the generated cognitive training task, thereby determining whether to retain the cognitive training task; A training task library, connected to the task experience unit, to store cognitive training tasks retained by family members; A training program configuration unit is connected to the training task library, so that the family members can select a plurality of cognitive training tasks from the training task library, and set the training forms and training frequencies of the plurality of cognitive training tasks, thereby configuring and forming a personalized cognitive training program; The patient end includes: The cognitive training unit is connected to the training program configuration unit to receive the personalized cognitive training program for the patient to perform cognitive training.

2. The cognitive training system according to claim 1, characterized in that The patient end also includes: The training recording unit is connected to the cognitive training unit to record the cognitive training data of the patient; the training recording unit is also connected to the family end to allow the family to review the cognitive training data of the patient.

3. The cognitive training system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The data information at least includes: photos of relatives or video files that are significantly related to the patient.

4. The cognitive training system according to claim 3, characterized in that: When the data information is a photo of a relative, a face recognition task is formed according to a preset paradigm; When the data information is a video file that is significantly related to the patient, an associative memory task is formed according to a preset paradigm.

5. The cognitive training system according to claim 1, characterized in that Also includes: The doctor side is connected to the patient side and the family side to provide online consultation.

6. The cognitive training system according to claim 1, characterized in that The family end also includes: The reminder unit is connected to the training program configuration unit and to the patient end, so as to set an alarm and remind the patient to perform cognitive training.

7. The cognitive training system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cognitive training unit has a task difficulty adjustment module to adaptively adjust the task difficulty of each cognitive training task according to a preset logic.

8. A cognitive training method for patients with Alzheimer's disease, characterized in that The steps include: Obtain data information uploaded by family members; Based on the data information, generating corresponding cognitive training tasks according to the paradigm selected by the family member; Based on the generated cognitive training tasks, providing family members with experience, thereby determining whether to retain the cognitive training tasks; wherein the retained cognitive training tasks are stored in a training task library; Acquire multiple cognitive training tasks selected by the family from the training task library, as well as the training forms and training frequencies set by the family for the multiple cognitive training tasks, so as to configure and form a personalized cognitive training program; Pushing the personalized cognitive training program to the patient for cognitive training; The cognitive training data of the patient is recorded so that family members can check the cognitive training data of the patient.

9. The cognitive training method according to claim 8, characterized in that: Based on the patient's cognitive training data, obtaining the patient's cognitive improvement results; If the patient's memory improvement effect is less than the expected value, a new personalized cognitive training program is reconfigured for the patient; if the patient's memory improvement effect is not less than the expected value, the patient is given cognitive training again based on the original personalized cognitive training program.

10. The cognitive training method according to claim 8, characterized in that: At every preset period, all cognitive training data of the patient in the period are obtained; According to all cognitive training data of the patient in this cycle, a memory curve of the patient in this cycle is generated to periodically demonstrate the training effect to the patient.

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